BYD Atto 2 released in Europe with two trim levels
The BYD Atto 2 was officially released in Europe with two trim levels as this model readies for the sales launch. This EV is sold as the Yuan Up in China and several other car markets. It boasts a zero-to-hundred acceleration time of 7.9 seconds and 65 kW DC charging.
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The BYD Yuan Up entered the Chinese market in March last year with a price range of 96,800 – 119,800 yuan (13,280 – 16,430 USD). Its cumulative sales reached 134,839 units last year. Now, BYD officially released the Yuan Up in Europe, rebranded as the Atto 2. It is positioned as an interim model between the Dolphin hatchback and the Atto 3 crossover.
BYD Atto 2 in Europe
The BYD Atto 2 stands on the e-Platfrom 3.0 modular architecture. Despite being a small SUV, the Atto 2 boasts sturdy styling with a high bonnet line and plastic trim around a lower part of the body. Another highlight of this model is the blackened pillars, which create a suspended roof design. It has four body color variants: green, gray, white, and black.
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The front end of the Atto 2 adopts the Dragon Face design language with thin headlights. Its taillight unit incorporates a “Chinese knot” pattern. However, BYD Europe officials claimed that the taillight design features the “recognizable symbol of a Möbius ring, bringing endless luck for the driver and all passengers.” The exact dimensions of the Atto 2 are 4310/1830/1675 mm and a wheelbase of 2620 mm.
The interior of the BYD Atto 2 adopts a floating 12.8-inch rotatable screen and an 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster. BYD officials highlighted that the BYD Atto 2’s seats are covered with eco-friendly vegan leather. The front seats of this EV also boast electronic adjustments and heating. Another highlight of the Atto 2 is a large panoramic sunroof. The trunk capacity of the car reaches 400 liters. And the maximum capacity with rear seats folded is 1,340 liters.
The BYD Atto 2 adopts a 45.12 kWh LFP battery that supports a DC charging power of 65 kW. The maximum AC charging power is 11 kW, which isn’t bad, considering the class of this vehicle. As a result, this EV can charge from 30 to 80% in 28 minutes. And the 10-80% charging takes 37 minutes. This battery pack powers a single electric motor for 130 kW (174 hp) and 290 Nm. As a result, the Atto speeds up to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. The top speed is 160 km/h. Its range reaches 312 km under WLTP conditions.
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Atto 2 trim levels in Europe
The BYD Atto 2 will be available for purchase in Europe in two trim levels: Active and Boost. The entry-level modification has R17 wheels, leather seats, a 10.1-inch screen, a rear-view camera, rear parking radars, six speakers, and six airbags.
The BYD Atto 2 Boost has some notable upgrades, including electrically folding side-view mirrors, a heated steering wheel, heated seats, ambient lighting, a boost parcel shelf, a 12.8-inch screen, and eight speakers. Other features include front parking radars and a surround-view camera system.
There is no information about the pricing of the BYD Atto 2 in Europe. In China, the Yuan Up has a price range of 96,800 – 119,800 yuan (13,280 – 16,430 USD).
